www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday May 2, 2007 - 17 Noted nutritionist to address cancer support group The Oakville Prostate Cancer Support Group will feature dietitian Pamela Piotrowski who not only advocates healthy eating, but provides nutrition care for treatmentrelated illness, on Tuesday, May 8. According to Paul Taylor, a cancer survivor and long-time Oakville teacher who leads the support group, the meeting will be of interest to anyone affected by cancer. For individuals who have undergone treatment for prostate cancer, that may mean encouraging healthy eating through Canada's Food Guide, where variety and moderation is important to help the body rehabilitate from treatment. It also means promoting more vegetables and fruit for extra antioxidants, a well as more with more than 15 years' experience. She currently works part-time at the Juravinski Cancer Centre in Hamilton and has a private practice called FOOD fore THOUGHT. One of her current projects is with the Arthritis Society of Ontario where she has developed a healthy eating and weight management program for individuals with osteoarthritis. Piotrowski has been featured on CH's News At Noon and Health Matters and has been a guest on Global TV's Body and Health series and CTS' Michael Coren Live. "There are several sources of nutrition advice just waiting to be `eaten up' and Pam tries to help individuals sort out what is credible and what is not. She hopes to offer some `food for cooking and cancer prevention at the Taking a Bite Out of Cancer event to be held at the Burlington Art Centre. For information call 905-575-6367. Taylor said the Oakville event will be mostly questions and answers. The Oakville Prostate Cancer Support Group began meeting last October and has been meeting at the Oakville Canadian Cancer Society office on Fourth Line (Unit 51) on the second Tuesday of every month. As the group's popularity grows, the meeting featuring Piotrowski will be held next door, at the larger facilities offered by the Halton Multicultural Council, also at 635 Fourth Line (behind M&M Meats in the plaza just south of Speers Road). To reserve call Paula at 905-845-5231. Pam Piotrowski whole grains for added fibre and less fat through choosing lean cuts of meat and using beans/legumes and fish as sources of protein in the diet. Piotrowski is a registered dietitian Paul Taylor thought' on the topic of healthy eating and prostate cancer," said Taylor. The following week on Tuesday, May 15, Piotrowski and Chef Michael Levin will co-host an interactive evening of PET rofile P ROCKY PRODUCT REVIEWS SITTIN PRETTY MEATY STICKS "Whether rewarding your dog for learning new tricks or for just being your best friend, your dog will relish these healthy organic snacks and treats! Low in fat, basted l beef treats." Hi I'm Rocky, an 11 month old English Bulldog. Ren's is my favourite place to be. Not only can I schmooze with the staff, but I get to meet lots of other great people and dogs too! People tell me all the time I have an irresistible FEATURING face which must be why I always get good treats. And Ren's knows how to stock my favourites. Being a bulldog, I know meat is best kind of treat, so I love my meaty sticks. Great flavour and low in fat (so I can have more than one!). And of course every real dogs' staple, Benny Bully's Liver Chops, you can't go wrong with them. For something a little different I also enjoy Natural Balance Dog Food Rolls. They come in 3 great flavours, and are perfect for training, adding something a little extra to your diet, or even the main course itself! BENNY BULLY'S LIVER CHOPS "Pet owners and dogs agree, Benny Bully's Liver Chops are a great pure and natural alternative to traditional pet treats that taste great too! With an innovative cutting and drying process, they are one of the few treats on the market place today NATURAL BALANCE DOG FOOD ROLLS "Natural Balance® Dog Food Rolls have been scientifically formulated by veterinarians and animal nutritionists to provide high quality nutrition and optimize skin and coat condition. Excellent as a training treat or reward for the enthusiast, trainer, show handler or breeder, Natural Balance® is the #1 choice for the ultimate in bait, response time, incredible focus, fabulous palatability as well as excellent nutrition." Store Hours: Mon. to Fri. 8am-8pm, Sat. 9am-5pm, Sun. 10am-5pm Hwy #25 Trafalgar Rd. REN'S Pets Depot 6th Ln Burnhamthorpe Rd. Hwy #5 Q.E.W Family Owned and Operated for Over 32 Years 905-257-4611 Corner of Trafalgar & g 4002 TRAFALGAR RD. Burnhamthorpe #403 #407